Project Management: from Beginner to Professional Manager and Respected Leader
- ISBN-10
- 1536802735
- ISBN-13
- 9781536802733
- Series
- Project Management
- Category
- Project management
- Language
- English
- Published
- 2016-07-30
- Author
- Timothy Short
Description
Use this detailed guide to become a confident and highly efficient project manager This guide is packed with knowledge worth many years in experience!The purpose of this book is to take you, the reader, through the stages of learning about project management, the project manager and his or her role in the business, expectations and requirements of the job, the qualities of a good project manager, and the basic principles of project management. Some of these principles include time management, considering cost and budget, incorporating strategies in to the scope of the project, reporting to upper management or the CEO, and working with unmotivated or difficult people. This book will also walk you through factors to consider when planning a project, such as objectives and goals, strategies, people involved in the project (your team), upper management and stake holders, and time constraints. This guide will outline the entire process from start to finish, and the tools and techniques used by project managers to accomplish goals, meet milestones, meet deadlines, and manage time and work efficiently. For beginners who are looking for learn about project managers, who they are and what they do, this book will be a great resource for you. The object is to take beginners with little to no experience with project management and give them the knowledge they need to feel comfortable in becoming experienced project management professionals and respected leaders. What's included in this book... What is the role of a project manager?How to set a project up for successHow to manage a projectHow to keep stakeholders happyHow to communicate effectivelyHow to deal with difficult peopleHow to resolve conflictsProblems you will face and how to deal with themHow to deliver the project and keep everyone happy Take action now and get this book to start your journey to being a highly respected project manager! Tags: Project Management, Project Management Books, Project Manager Professional, Project Management Beginners
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